Breaking: Massive Fire Devastates Olympia Place
Firefighters responded to a building fire at an unoccupied construction site on Olympia Drive in Amherst. The fire has now affected the Olympia Place apartment complex and continues to burn.
"The building at 57 Olympia Drive, also known as Olympia Place, is deemed a total loss and is being demolished."
The town of Amherst declared a state of emergency due to the fires on Olympia Drive. Residents are urged to conserve water and avoid non-essential water use as over one million gallons of water have been used fighting the fires.
"It may take several days for water levels to recover."
Parts of the building are still burning, and the structure is unstable, preventing fire crews from entering. Demolition crews are on site tearing down the building to allow fire crews to access the remaining burning areas.
"Demolition crews are on site tearing down the building so that fire crews can reach the areas that are still burning."
Editors note: The information is based on direct observations and confirmations. Updates will follow as the situation develops. For more information, contact the news team.
Author’s summary: A major fire at Olympia Place in Amherst has resulted in total loss and demolition of the building, with emergency measures in place due to extensive water use and ongoing hazards.